Which is cheaper, the Fortis Flieger F-41 or the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)?

At MSRP the Fortis Flieger F-41 is the cheaper of the two at $2,530, against $2,625 for the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) — a $95 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Fortis Flieger F-41 or the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)?

The Fortis Flieger F-41 wears larger at 41mm versus 39.5mm for the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) — a 1.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Fortis Flieger F-41 or the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)?

The Fortis Flieger F-41 is rated to 200m versus 15m for the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event).

Which has a longer power reserve, the Fortis Flieger F-41 or the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)?

The Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) carries a 40-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Fortis Flieger F-41.

What movement does the Fortis Flieger F-41 run compared to the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Fortis Flieger F-41 uses the Sellita SW200-1 and the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) uses the La Joux-Perret G101.

Side by side

Fortis Flieger F-41vsFears Date Boutique Edition (event)

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Fortis Flieger F-41

F-41

MSRP $2,530

Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)

redcliff-39-5-date-boutique-edition-event-exclusive

MSRP $2,625

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Flieger F-4141mm

Date Boutique Edition (event)39.5mm

Power Reserve

Flieger F-4138h

Date Boutique Edition (event)40h

Water Resistance

Flieger F-41200m

Date Boutique Edition (event)15m

MSRP

Flieger F-41$2,530

Date Boutique Edition (event)$2,625

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Crystal

Sapphire

Domed Sapphire

Dial Color

Black

Date Boutique Edition (Event)

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW200-1

La Joux-Perret G101

Power Reserve

38h

40h

Jewels

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,530

$2,625

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What people say

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Fortis Flieger F-41

The Fortis Flieger F-41 is widely praised for its excellent machining and build quality for its price, featuring a traditional Flieger layout with modern flair, a sunburst dial with high-contrast orange accents, and a functional "Synchroline." Reviewers highlight its unique concave bezel with 24-click GMT functionality and a vivid color scheme that strikes a masterful balance. The watch offers 200 meters of water resistance and is powered by the UW-30 automatic movement. However, the UW-30 movement is noted for its modest 38-hour power reserve, and the 41mm case might be large for smaller wrists. Overall, reviewers rate the Fortis Flieger F-41 highly for its pared-back confidence and functional design at its price point.

Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) for its exquisite dial work, featuring a dark, moody green on a silver-coated dial with hand-painted varnish. The 40mm model's central second hand and stepped dial contribute to its appeal, with both sizes praised for comfortable wearability due to their thickness and short lugs. One owner notes the mallard green color lacked luster in person compared to photos. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) highly for its dial finishing and comfortable wearability.

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